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Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-10-2009, 11:50 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

Thank you! The plane flies great with the new motor setup... have you tried a lower pitch prop on the 25 motor yet?
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-10-2009, 08:53 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/msn/drowning.gifDon't know where they came from! I can't find a IPB anywhere for it, either!
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-10-2009, 12:54 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

That Apprentice looks brand new!No dirt marks from impacts or weeds hanging from the gear http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/msn/thumbs_up.gif
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-10-2009, 12:53 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

[quote]ORIGINAL: Dr_Bojangles

Props-Shmops! I threw a Power-25 motor in her with a Castle Creations Phoenix-45 ESC. Video here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhAHWLrXv84


Hey Tim!

I also...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-08-2009, 01:02 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

$3 upgrade to Apprentice:

12x8 prop

I cannot tell you how much fun this prop makes the plane! The overall speed is increased, climb rate is out of this world, and Idid a prop hang with a...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-07-2009, 08:41 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

Sorry!

That's what I get for talking without looking anything up.
I didn't think the ESC was that versitile on a RTF trainer. I like the Apprentice more and more each day!
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-06-2009, 12:26 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

Man, Ijust wrote a huge post and the battery died on the laptop.... go figure.
Dr. B- I was just asking if you ever need to balance the Apprentice with weights, my CG has always been really close to...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-05-2009, 08:50 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

A 4 cell lipo (I believe) is 14.X volts, way above the 11.x volts that the ESC can handle...so don't use the 4S lipo-ever. Anything that is 3S and has the C-rating near the stock Apprentice battery...
Forum: RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring
06-05-2009, 06:10 PM
Replies: 267
Views: 27,518
Posted By crakey

RE: Spektrum FAILS yet again!

I haven't had anby problems with Spectkum products, in fact, I have had nothing but GREATexperiences with them. Sorry to hear about lost aircraft- it hurts!

To all of those that are swearing off...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-04-2009, 10:24 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

Good to have you on here Reggie! PM Dr. B from this post and ask him, he is the MAN with the Apprentice.
Check out this light kit for the Apprentice:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B84pfX_WD3Q
...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-03-2009, 11:07 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

okay, I am answering my own question. I took the motor apart and found that when I crashed it one magnet had developed a very small nick that was rubbing...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-03-2009, 08:21 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

Dr. B-

I finally lawn-darted my plane late yesterday when the elevator clevis broke. Today I replaced the prop and motor mount, but the plane doesn't have the right amount of power at take-off....
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-02-2009, 08:56 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

Thanks! This is great for me!
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-02-2009, 08:43 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

But on the flip side, I can use the bigger ESC on the next plane without re-purchasing an ESCto match a motor. Have you looked at the cheaper ESCs and motors on that website I linked earlier. The...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-01-2009, 06:33 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

Will do! Thanks for the invite.
One (ANOTHER) question for you....
When I am looking at purchasing an ESC, should I go with the highest power rating? Why would I buy a 30A ESC if they also sell a...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
06-01-2009, 12:36 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

Keep me updated, I am also looking for a plane(upgrade time!). Can you still use the DX5 transmitter on the newer plane, or does it need 6 channels?
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
05-31-2009, 10:07 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

Nice setup and flying!!!!!! What next for you?


Thanks for the videos.... the upgraded power is what I want! Would these motors work and mount okay? Recommendations (the E-Flite motor is high...
Forum: Electric Training
05-31-2009, 07:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,294
Posted By crakey

RE: Time to upgrade from the Eflite Apprentice! yay!

Thanks for the input! Will it fly on the 3S 3200 battery that I have now?
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
05-31-2009, 07:22 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

By the way, Dr Bojangles, I saw one of your onboard videos on another site. I was cracking up watching it, as therewere a couple a frames where someone with you RUNS for cover. Your "cross wind...
Forum: Electric Training
05-31-2009, 12:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,294
Posted By crakey

Time to upgrade from the Eflite Apprentice! yay!

First question: w/ my apprentice, I got the Spektrum DX5 controller and have no problems with it. Will this work with slightly more advanced aircraft? Eventually I will buy the DX7, but I want to...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
05-30-2009, 11:52 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

Com'on guys! I want to "hotrod" mine too! Will a prop with more pitch help to increase speed and altitude gain?
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
05-14-2009, 10:46 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 43,532
Posted By crakey

RE: Hotrodding the E-flite Apprentice?

What about a more aggresive prop? I don't know... is it just something I thought of. I have no experience w/ airplance, I just bought my Apprentice 15e today and LOVE it!
Forum: Beginners
05-14-2009, 09:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,316
Posted By crakey

RE: What is a good electric rtf?

I just bought the E-Flite Apprentice 15e for $289.00 today. This is my first plane, and I am AMAZED with what it can do. I have flow helis in the past (so i am a little used to the controls). I crash...
Forum: HPI Monster Truck Forum
03-15-2005, 09:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 434
Posted By crakey

Considering sh.28 for my savage, some questions...

Hi guys! your posts have always helped my in the past, I hope you continue to help me now. I need a new motor for my savage 25, and I've seen that many of you are happy with the sh.28 Is there...
Forum: HPI Monster Truck Forum
01-16-2005, 12:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,151
Posted By crakey

clutch bell rubbing spur gear...please help

Hey everyone. I changed out a stripped spur gear, and at the same time switched out the 15 tooth clutch bell for the 18 tooth. Before reassembling the truck, I decided to go back to the 15 tooth...
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